Fast facts: Azro, which features Mediterranean and Moroccan food with French and Spanish influences, is open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. The Mediterranean-themed restaurant, decorated in shades of gold, deep blue and black, is warm and inviting. Chef/owner Khalid Said's menu combines traditional family recipes with some new twists.

Impressions: A lush version of baba ghanoush, an eggplant and tahini spread, is the best we've had locally. Rich and creamy, it's immensely satisfying. Order it on an appetizer plate with falafel, hummus and tabbouleh for sharing, or enjoy it by yourself as a meal. Hearty harira and lentil soups were favorites, as was the kofta sandwich served on housemade bread. A baklava cheesecake is as decadent — and yes, satisfying — as it sounds. Moroccan tagines, available at dinner, are on our must-order list on our next visit.